How to Get From Bangkok to Pattaya
Bus · Minivan · Train · Taxi
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In this in-depth route guide, you'll find the best ways to travel the 150 kilometre (93 miles) distance from Bangkok to Pattaya. By the end of this guide, you'll know exactly how to get there — whether you want to travel on a budget, reach Pattaya as fast as possible, or enjoy the ride in comfort. We base our information on verified schedules, ticket prices, and on-the-ground insights from recent travellers.
What are the 4 ways to travel from Bangkok to Pattaya?
There are four ways to travel the 150 km distance from Bangkok to Pattaya. You can choose between the bus, minivan, train, and private.
The journey takes between 1h 30m–4h and the quickest way is by private (1h 30m). If you're on a budget, the cheapest option is by train with tickets starting at 31 THB ($1.00).
2-4h
159 THB ($4.90)
2h 25m - 4h
159 THB ($4.90)
2h 30m
31 THB ($1.00)
1h 30m - 3h
1,478 THB ($46)
Where to stay in Pattaya?
Still looking for accommodation? Don't forget to check out our favourite places to stay in Pattaya at the bottom of this page.
Already in Pattaya?
Onward from Pattaya
Once you're in Pattaya, here's where to next — 1 researched onward route to pick from.
Bangkok to Pattaya by Bus
Departure stations
The main bus terminals for buses heading to Pattaya are:- Eastern Bus Terminal Ekkamai
- Bangkok Bus Terminal Chatuchak – Mochit (North of Bangkok)
Buses from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport
Apart from these two bus terminals, you can also depart straight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Pattaya. This is a very convenient option as you don’t need to worry about the busy traffic in Bangkok. The buses are leaving from the first floor at the Suvarnabhumi Airport, Exit door No. 8.Bus companies operating on the route between Bangkok to Pattaya
Roong Reung Coach is the most popular bus company operating along this route. They have many departures from both the Eastern and Mochit bus terminals in Bangkok. From the Eastern Bus Terminal, Roong Reung buses depart every hour between 06:00 and 21:00. From Bangkok Bus Terminal, their buses depart every two hours between 09:00 to 16:00. Booking your ticket online costs about 159 THB ($4.90). An advantage of booking online is that you don’t need to wait in a long queue at the bus terminal. Thereby, you will be assured of a bus ticket at your desired departure time. Tickets are available on BookAway, which offers competitive rates, an easy booking process, and excellent customer service.Bus schedule from Bangkok to Pattaya
Arrival station
All buses coming from Eastern Bus Terminal and Bangkok Bus Terminal arrive at the North Pattaya Bus Station. The bus from the airport bus stops only a few minutes walk from Jomtien beach. You can take a songthaew or a motorbike taxi from the terminal to your hotel. Taking the songthaew costs around 50 THB ($1.50), while the motorbike taxis charge starts about 10 THB ($0.30) for very short distances. For longer distances, a rule of thumb is to use a km price of 40 THB ($1.20) for the motorbike taxi’s around Pattaya.Bangkok to Pattaya by Minivan
Minivan schedule from Bangkok to Pattaya
Arrival stations in Pattaya
The minivans of Pannipa Pattaya Tour arrive at the Pannipa office, about 2 kms from Pattaya beach. T Tour minivans arrive at the Pattaya T tour Station, which is closer to Pattaya Beach.Bangkok to Pattaya by Train
The ordinary train (weekdays)
The only train that operates during the week is the ordinary non-airconditioned train (3rd class), which is ventilated by fans. Tickets are super cheap, though. You can buy the tickets for the #283 train at the railway station for as low as 31 THB ($1.00). Tickets cannot be bought online. It’s a cheap way to travel from Bangkok to Pattaya, but it will also take the longest time. With about 26 stops, it will take around 2h 30m before you reach Pattaya.The rapid train (weekends)
During weekends, the ordinary train for this route doesn’t operate. But there is good news. Instead of the slow #283 train, there is the #997 rapid train which has air conditioning and only takes about 2.5 hours from Bangkok to Pattaya. You can book train tickets for the rapid train on State Railway of Thailand website, but we recommend booking on Baolau. Baolau’s website is easier to navigate through and also accepts international credit cards. Train tickets are priced 170 THB ($5.20) on both websites.Train schedule from Bangkok to Pattaya
Departure and arrival stations
Both trains depart from Hua Lamphong Railway Station, about 5 kms from the Bangkok city centre. You will get off at Pattaya Railway Station. This station is located 3 kms east of Central Pattaya.Bangkok to Pattaya by Taxi
Suvarnabhumi Airport to Pattaya by Taxi
Want to travel straight from Bangkok Airport to Pattaya? That’s even easier as you won’t need to travel through Bangkok’s busy city centre. Taxis hired from the airport charge an average rate of 1,500 THB ($46). This price includes an airport surcharge of 50 THB ($1.50) and highway toll fees. In other words, it’s an all-in fare which brings you straight from the airport to Pattaya for approximately 1,500 THB ($46). Make sure to verify this with the driver to avoid surprises afterwards. Even better, book your taxi in advance for an extra low rate, starting from 1,478 THB ($46) on BookAway. Once your flight has landed and you picked up your baggage, the driver will be waiting for you, holding a sign with your name on it.Private Transport options from Bangkok to Pattaya
Our favourite places to stay in Pattaya
There are over a thousand accommodations to choose from in Pattaya. That's a lot! What there isn't a lot of is budget options. Many of the hotels tend to start at around $50 per night, soaring way into hundreds of dollars. If you have the cash to splash, Pattaya has some incredible luxurious and unique accommodations. On a bit more of a budget?
We've got accommodation recommendations for all budgets:
BudgetButterfly Garden Boutique Residence
Finding budget-friendly accommodation in Pattaya isn't the easiest task, but Butterfly Garden Boutique Residence is a great find. The apartments are huge, coming with a kitchen, spa bath and a private balcony. It feels like a home from home.
The location is great, not too far from the Night Market and a 10-minute walk from the beach. There's also a swimming pool if you need to cool down from Thailand's scorching weather.
- Swimming pool
- Ideal location
- Huge apartments
- Great value for money
Apartments start from $29 per night.
Mid-RangeCitismart Luxury Apartments
Staying at Citismart Luxury Apartments you don't just get a standard room, you get a kitchen, a lot more space than most hotel rooms and a private balcony. The rooms vary in luxuriousness depending on the price, but even the cheapest one is comfortable and spacious.
You also get to use the apartment's amenities which include a swimming pool and sundeck. Staying here puts you in a great location, 250m from the beach and a short drive to Central Pattaya.
- Swimming pool
- Large apartment
- Great location
- Sun deck
Apartments start from $54 per night.
Treat YourselfAmethyst Hotel Pattaya
Situated 700m from Pattaya Beach, you can almost see it from Amethyst Hotel's rooftop pool and terrace. Spectacular city views from an infinity pool, can life get much better? Maybe in their hot tub, it could.
The rest of the hotel is just as impressive with luxurious and spacious rooms you won't want to leave. The onsite restaurant is delicious and there's a gym to burn off all the food you're eating.
- Rooftop swimming pool
- Spectacular views
- Luxurious rooms
- Onsite gym and restaurant
Private rooms start from $78 per night.
Treat YourselfGrande Centre Point Space
This place really does feel like you've boarded a space ship and your next stop is space! Everything about Grande Centre Point Space feels modern and futuristic. We guarantee it will be like nowhere you've stayed before.
There are too many swimming pools to count — one with waterslides, a lazy river and even a rooftop pool. You'll also find a gym, delicious restaurant, kids club, sauna and steam room. Plus the rooms are as incredible as the rest of the hotel.
- Unique design
- Lots of swimming pools
- Rooftop terrace
- Delicious free breakfast
Private rooms start from $165 per night.
Rounding it up
We hope this guide was helpful in planning how to get from Bangkok to Pattaya. If there's anything else you're wondering about, drop us a comment and we'll do our best to answer you within a few days.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The distance from Bangkok to Pattaya is 150 km.
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